Advent: December 18

In scriptures we can read many stories of the crazy life of king David.  A warrior, king, poet, musician, adulterer, murderer, and man after Gods heart.  Whether David was in triumph, in a cave, or in a state of repentance he always seemed to have a song of praise on...

Advent: December 17

Have you ever witnessed a child making their Christmas list in July? Just as a child anxiously awaits Christmas all year long, sometimes it seems we’re waiting all year for our Christmas, our something magical… our miracle. Whether we are waiting for a financial...

Advent: December 16

Have you ever locked your keys in the car AFTER you just bought groceries and now are watching them spoil in the parking lot?  Or been on your way to an important meeting when you hear a funny noise, see sparks, and then are watching your back tire bounce down the...

Advent: December 15

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12) Have you ever been in complete darkness? I’m not getting metaphorical here yet....

Advent: December 14

Have you ever looked up at the night sky and wondered how vast and enormous the universe is? Looking at the stars with the naked eye doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of how expansive the universe is that God created.  This leads me to remember how small I am...

Advent: December 13

Creation is the first to give hint of the generosity of the Creator. Not just one rote sunset after another, but an ever-changing melting of colors is created in each evening’s sky. Such a variety of animals intrigue and delight our eyes and sometimes our hearts....